Bangaladumpa Kurma | Aloo Kurma | Potato Kurma


Recipe prepared by Smt Mani Kumari
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Article written by Lakshmi Aparna

Delicious Aloo Kurma served in a traditional bowl

Aloo Kurma, also known as Potato Kurma, is a cherished dish in South Indian cuisine, particularly popular in the Telangana region. This rich and flavorful curry combines tender potatoes with a blend of aromatic spices, creating a perfect accompaniment to rice or flatbreads like chapathi and pulka. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a delightful meal for your family and guests.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves: 3-4
Course: Main

 

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Ingredients

Potatoes: 2 large, peeled and cubed

Fresh potatoes ready to be cooked for Aloo Kurma

Sliced Onions: 2 medium-sized

Sliced green chillies for Aloo Kurma

Sliced Green Chillies: 2 or 3

Red and turmeric powder for Aloo Kurma

Red Chilli Powder: 1 tsp

Turmeric Powder: 1/4 tsp

Ginger Garlic Paste: 1 tsp

Fresh curd and lemon for Aloo Kurma

Fresh Curd: 1 cup

Lemon: 1/2 (or 1 tsp juice)

Homemade Garam Masala Powder for Aloo Kurma

Garam Masala Powder: 1 tsp**

Poppy seeds for Aloo Kurma

Poppy Seeds: 1 tsp

Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing Aloo Kurma

Coriander Leaves: A handful

Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing Aloo Kurma

Salt: To taste

Oil: 2 tsp

Cumin Seeds: 1/4 tsp

Mustard seeds and dry red chillies for tempering Aloo Kurma

Mustard Seeds: 1/4 tsp

Dry Red Chillies: 1

Curry Leaves: A few stems

Additional curry leaves for Aloo Kurma

Procedure

Garam Masala Preparation: Blend 1 tsp coriander seeds, 4 cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 cardamom pods, a few black peppercorns, and a little jeera into a fine powder.

Step 1: Cook the Potatoes

In a pressure cooker, add the peeled and cubed potatoes with 1/2 tsp salt. Cook until 4 whistles, ensuring the potatoes are tender.

Cooked potatoes ready for Aloo Kurma

Step 2: Prepare the Potatoes

Once cooked, remove the skin from the potatoes and cut them into uniform pieces.

Cut potato pieces for Aloo Kurma

Step 3: Temper the Spices

Heat 2 tsp of oil in a cooking pan. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, dry red chillies, and curry leaves. Let them sizzle until aromatic.

Tempering spices in oil for Aloo Kurma

Step 4: Fry Onions and Chillies

Add the sliced onions and green chillies to the pan. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp turmeric powder. Fry until the onions turn golden brown.

Golden fried onions and green chillies for Aloo Kurma

Step 5: Add Ginger Garlic Paste

Stir in 1 tsp of ginger garlic paste to the fried onions. Keep stirring for about 1 minute until the mixture is well fried.

Adding ginger garlic paste to the onion mixture

Step 6: Incorporate Potatoes and Poppy Seeds Paste

Add the prepared potato pieces to the pan and mix well. In a separate bowl, blend 1 tsp of poppy seeds into a smooth paste by adding a little water.

Adding potato pieces to the curry

Step 7: Combine and Cook

Add the poppy seeds paste to the potatoes, ensuring everything is thoroughly mixed. Close the pan with a lid and cook on low flame for about 5 minutes. If the potatoes seem hard, add 1/2 cup of water.

Mixing poppy seeds paste with potatoes

Step 8: Add Spices

Sprinkle 1 tsp of red chilli powder into the curry and mix thoroughly to combine the spices well with the potatoes.

Adding red chilli powder to the curry

Step 9: Final Touches

Once the curry is cooked, add 1 cup of fresh curd and 1 tsp of garam masala powder. Mix well and cover the pan, allowing it to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Adding curd and garam masala to the curry

Step 10: Garnish and Serve

Finally, add 1 tsp of lemon juice and turn off the flame. Garnish the Aloo Kurma with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

Garnishing Aloo Kurma with coriander leaves

Aloo Kurma being cooked on the stove


Step 7 : Add Poppy seeds Paste to potatoes, mix thoroughly and close the pan. Cook for 5 min in low flame (Add 1/2 cup water if the potatoes are hard)

Final mixing of spices into Aloo Kurma

Step 8 : Add Red Chilly Powder, mix thoroughly

Adding red chilli powder to the curry

Step 9 : Once cooked add 1 Cup Curd and 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder. Mix it and close the pan for 2-3 min

Adding lemon juice and garnishing Aloo Kurma

Step 10 : Add 1 tsp Lemon juice and off the flame adding Coriander leaves

Final garnishing of Aloo Kurma with coriander leaves

Aloo Kurma is ready to serve, tastes good with Coconut Rice, Veg Biryani, Pulka, Chapathi, etc

Aloo Kurma is ready to serve, tastes good with Coconut Rice, Veg Biryani, Pulka, Chapathi, etc

Final presentation of Aloo Kurma

Aloo Kurma is now ready to be served. This flavorful potato curry pairs wonderfully with coconut rice, vegetable biryani, pulka, chapathi, or any of your favorite Indian breads. Enjoy this hearty and comforting dish as a delightful addition to your meal repertoire, perfect for both everyday dinners and special occasions.

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